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Metabolism Boosting Chocolate Almond Breakfast Shake

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Start your day healthy and satisfied with a metabolism-boosting chocolate almond breakfast shake!

Metabolism Boosting Chocolate Almond Breakfast Shake

Metabolism Boosting Chocolate Almond Breakfast Shake

Whether you’re a busy mom or just want to eat healthy and clean, starting your day with a breakfast shake is the optimal way to keep your metabolism running smoothly. Breakfast shakes are so satisfying and filling plus you can take them on the go! I consider a breakfast shake an essential part of my morning because:

  1. It’s easy to make.
  2. It primes your metabolism.
  3. It sets you up for a clear, clean pattern of eating for the day.

This three-step process ensures you blend a metabolism-boosting breakfast!

Step 1: Begin with Core Shake Ingredients

  • 1 – 2 Scoops High-Quality Protein Powder. Your powder should be between 15-25g of protein, less than 6g of carbohydrate, less than 2 grams of sugar, and preferably at least 2 grams of dietary fiber.
    I like whey or pea protein the best. Here are my two favorites: Whey Protein and Vega Protein & Greens
  • 1 Tablespoon Chia and/or Flax Seed. This adds some healthy omega-3s and fiber to your shake. {optional}
  • 4–8+ Ounces Dairy-Free Liquid. You may use one liquid alone or a combination of two different liquids (i.e. half water and half unsweetened almond milk). Less liquid may be used if you prefer a thicker consistency to your shake. Add more liquid if you prefer a thinner consistency shake. Dairy-free liquid choices include Water, coconut milk, or unsweetened plain almond milk.

Step 2: Choose Some Add-Ins

The add-ins will provide you with some awesome nourishment for your day. Adding powerful nutrients in the form of fiber and/or fat will help keep you satiated and satisfied for several hours! Perfect! No snacking on empty calories! I recommend you choose at least 2 items from the list below:

  • 1⁄2 ripe avocado
  • 1 Tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1⁄2–1 ounce nuts (i.e. almonds, cashews, walnuts) or 1 TBSP nut or seed butter (i.e. almond or cashew butter)
  • 1 scoop of Green SuperFood or Reds powder
  • 1 Tbsp flaxseed Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Hempseed 

Update: If you like peanut butter, then you have to try PB Fit. It’s great in this shake instead of the almond butter. It’s my new favorite thing. Unlike high-fat regular peanut butter, PB Fit has only 1.5 grams of fat per serving/55 calories. It tastes great too!

Step3: Blend and Enjoy!

Metabolism Boosting Chocolate Almond Breakfast Shake

Metabolism Boosting Chocolate Almond Shake

Start your day healthy and satisfied with a metabolism boosting
chocolate almond breakfast shake!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 313kcal
Author: Erin Henry

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 1 - 2 Scoops High-Quality Protein Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Chia and/or Flax Seed
  • 3 Tbsps unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp almond butter
  • 4 ounces unsweetened almond milk (with or without vanilla)
  • 4 ounces coconut milk (full fat)
  • 1/2 -1 cup ice
  • Plus add-ins of your choice (flax seed oil, greens, etc.)

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy!

Notes

Recipe Notes:
  • Less liquid may be used if you prefer a thicker consistency to your shake. Add more liquid if you prefer a thinner consistency shake.
  • Dairy-free liquid choices include:  Water, coconut milk or unsweetened plain almond milk.
Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator.
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Nutrition

Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 162mg | Potassium: 554mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 5.1mg
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
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Comments

  1. Is the coconut milk in this recipe the kind from a can or carton in the dairy section? Thank you!

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    • So glad I found this! It sounds very similar to my standby vanilla almond smoothie made with water, vanilla casein protein powder, almond butter, chia seeds, Splenda, vanilla extract and a splash DaVinchi sugar free Caramel flavored coffee syrup. I make it the night before so it’s thickened a bit by the morning. YUM! Your chocolate version sounds like a delicious variation. I got some flax seeds to try with this. I’ll report back!

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    • Good question. You don’t have to add any protein if you don’t want to or don’t have any. Otherwise, you could add milk, which has some protein.

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    • Great question, Alice. Depending on what type of protein you use and add-ins you include, the calorie count can differ. With the protein powder I use, almond milk, etc. It’s about 320-350.

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  6. Hi Erin!
    Just stopping by to say Congratulations! You’re featured at From the Archives Friday this week! Thanks for joining our party each week, loving all your posts!!

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    • Can you use chocolate almond butter instead of plane almond butter, or would that make it to chocolatey? I don’t want it to be super sweet either.

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      • Hi – yes, you can use chocolate almond butter. I might try decreasing the additional chocolate or play with the proportions until you get the recipe to your liking. Enjoy!

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  8. What is the calorie count on this shake? My husband and I are changing our eating style. We’re doing a metabolism boosting diet and he’s eating 350 calories 5 times a day. And I’m at 240 calories X 5 meals a day.

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    • Good question, Jennifer. If you’re limiting your calories, you’d have to make this without some of the ad-ins. With the protein powder and 8 oz of almond milk I use, plus the cocoa powder, that’s about 290 calories. I like to add a little good fat in the form of avocado or almond butter, so that would add to the calorie count depending on how much you put in. I find I’m more satiated and become less hungry if I add a little fat.

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  9. I’m a huge smoothie/shake fan! I love them! Chocolate is my favorite of course 😉 Thanks so much for sharing with us at Savoring Saturdays linky party! Have a great rest of the week.

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  13. I love this! I used to have a protein shake everyday, then I realized that I was gluten intolerant. I didn’t even think to look around for gluten free protein powders! You’ve made my day! And this shake is packed with all kinds of flavor and goodness, pinning! Thanks!

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  14. Sounds really nice. Never considered a shake for breakfast, actually – but great idea when pushed for time or to have on the go! #WAYWOW

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  15. Yummy! These look good. I haven’t thought of using cocoa in my smoothies, I will have to try that, and I just bought some chia seeds today, I already have flax seed, and protein powder. And the hubby bought me a new single serving Nutri Ninja blender today. I’m all set.

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  16. This sounds so good. I used to make a smoothie with almond butter every morning, I used to get through giant tubs of the stuff! You’ve inspired me to get making chocolatey almondy smoothies again!

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  19. I love to make smoothies too so I couldn’t resist hopping over from Lou Lou Girls to see your yummy healthy recipe! I can’t wait to make this! I am currently using Orgain’s Organic Protein Powder in my smoothies! Great tips! I’m pinning and sharing.

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    • Thanks for popping over, Deborah! I start most mornings with a shake like this…so good and keeps me full ’til lunch! Thanks for the pi, too!

      Reply

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